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Simon Andrew
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Hi! This channel is all about exploring different brewing methods, tasting new coffees, and checking out coffee tools and equipment. I'm no expert, just a fellow coffee enthusiast learning along the way. If you’re curious about brewing or just love coffee, let’s figure things out together, one cup at a time!
Varia AKU Pro | Unboxing & 1st Impressions
In this video, I unbox the new Varia AKU Pro coffee scale, designed for both espresso and filter coffee brewing. I’ll walk you through the key features and settings, including its precision, functionality, and ease of use. After showing the unboxing, I’ll share my initial thoughts on this scale.
Equipment I'm using: Varia AKU Pro, Hario Switch , Fellow Stagg EKG, Acaia Pearl, Bookoo Themis
Equipment I'm using: Varia AKU Pro, Hario Switch , Fellow Stagg EKG, Acaia Pearl, Bookoo Themis
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Hario Switch & Fellow Aiden: Salami Shots & Recipe Adjustments for Great Flavour
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In this video, I dive into adjusting the Hario Switch pour-over recipe to suit my taste preferences. To understand the flavours extracted at different stages, I experiment with salami shots.I’ll also compare the Hario Switch to the Fellow Aiden, analysing the differences in flavour profiles, extraction, and brewing performance between the two methods Equipment I'm using: Hario Switch, Fellow Ai...
Hario Switch + Casa Grinder | First Brew & Taste Test
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In this video, I try brewing with the Hario Switch for the first time using the Casa grinder. I’ll go through the brewing process, make some recipe adjustments to dial in the taste, and do a taste test to see how everything turns out. I’ll share my experience of tweaking the grind size, brew time, and other factors. Equipment I'm using: Hario Switch, Lagom Casa 65 CL, Fellow Stagg EKG, Acaia Pe...
Lagom Casa 65 CL & P64 | Grinder Comparison
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In this video, I’m comparing the new Lagom Casa 65 CL and the P64 grinders to see their differences for both espresso and filter coffee. I’ll test both grinders based on grinding speed, noise levels and the amount of fines produced in the grind. I’ll brew coffee using both grinders and do a taste test to see how they impact flavour for espresso and filter coffee. Equipment I'm using: Lagom Casa...
Lagom Casa 65 CL & Fellow Ode2 | Grinder Comparison
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In this video, I’m comparing the new Lagom Casa 65 CL and the Fellow Ode 2 grinders to see which one performs better for brewing filter coffee. I’ll test both grinders based on grind retention, grinding speed, and how they affect the brewing process. I'll also taste test both coffees to see if there’s a noticeable difference in flavor. Equipment I'm using: Lagom Casa 65 CL, Fellow Ode 2, Fellow...
Lagom Casa 65CL | Unboxing & 1st Impressions
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In this video, I unbox and test the new Lagom Casa designed for home baristas. I’ll take a close look at the build quality, explore the included accessories, and put it to the test with some grinding tests for both espresso and pour-over brewing methods. I’ll also compare the grinding noise, which is always a big factor for home use. Equipment I'm using: Lagom Casa, Lagom P64
Dreo BaristaMaker Milk Frother | Trying Latte Art for the First Time
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Unboxing the Dreo milk frother machine that delivers café-quality milk perfect for latte art. I’ll quickly show you the menu options and included accessories, pull an espresso shot, and take on the challenge of attempting my first-ever latte art. Equipment I'm using: Dreo BaristaMaker, Lagom P64, Flair 58 , Normcorewares, Fellow Stagg EKG, Bookoo scale
Fellow Aiden Extraction Testing | Brewing Profile, Tasting Notes, Extraction
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In this video, I’ll explore how the shower heads impact extraction yield, tasting notes and look at the stability of brew temperature. Equipment I'm using: Fellow Aiden, Fellow Ode 2, Fellow Stagg EKG, Acaia Pearl, ATAGO PAL-COFFEE, Type K Thermometer Coffee: Ethiopia - Washed Processed Tasting notes - Orange, Grape Region - Guji Altitude - 1900 - 2150m Light Roast
Dialing in Coffee Faster & More Accurately | Coffee Tasting Compass Explained
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In this video, I share how the coffee compass can help you dial in your coffee quicker and more accurately. I’ll go through how to use this compass effectively, brew some coffee, and share tasting notes. Fellow Aiden vs V60 Pour Over | Coffee Brewing, Tasting Notes & TDS Comparison: (th-cam.com/video/BZtl1gGu6Ts/w-d-xo.html) Barista Hustle Coffee Compass (web-application): (www.baristahustle.co...
Fellow Aiden vs V60 Pour Over | Coffee Brewing, Tasting Notes & TDS Comparison
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In this video, I’m exploring two popular coffee brewers: Fellow Aiden and the V60. Join me as I go through the brewing workflow for both, sharing tasting notes and TDS measurements to see how these methods compare. Fellow Aiden Precision Coffee Maker | Brewing Profile, Tasting Notes & Coffee Extraction: (th-cam.com/video/FsAlFrL3Fv4/w-d-xo.html) Equipment I'm using: Fellow Aiden, V60 dripper, F...
Fellow Aiden Precision Coffee Maker | Brewing Profile, Tasting Notes & Coffee Extraction
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In this video, I’m diving into the full workflow of brewing coffee with the Fellow Aiden, covering the workflow, brewing profile to tasting notes and coffee extraction. We’ll go into detail on the elements of a great brew, including grind size, water temperature, and extraction time, so you can create a profile that suits your taste. Equipment I'm using: Fellow Aiden, Fellow Ode 2, Fellow Stagg...
Are there any plastic parts touching hot water?
Wait are you supposed to run the grinder before you put in the beans? I've been doing the opposite since I got my Ode!
I think the big piece we aren't talking about is your comparisons are between flat and conical burrs. There are distinct use cases for both, often dependent on the desired outcome in the cup. It's interesting to see the places the Casa shines vs Ode 2 and P64, specifically confirming that the modern light-roast drinker (drip and espresso) should take solace in a well built, well intentioned conical grinder in the Casa.
Option-O Did a great job on the Mizen Omni Burrs, I had the original version of those that weren't sandblasted, I enjoyed them a lot more than the similar looking SSP Cast (v2) in 64mm which were probably my least favorite burrs. One thing I noticed and enjoyed on the Omni burrs is that it usually gave a nice clean lingering aftertaste.
Good video which shows how well (and easy) Aiden extracts coffee. I agree with your tips to reduce astringency and also to go lower in temperature compared to what you set on your kettle when making a pour over. The environment in the Aiden is sealed and absolutely well controlled and it makes sense to go down in temperature. I also find myself enjoying the coffees (light roasts) around 1.4% TDS and at the same approximate EY as you. I implemented James Hoffmanns take on dark roasts (high bloom temp, 96-99C followed by one pulse, or more, at 80C) which works very well.
So far I’ve only gone as low as 88C on the second pour with a bloom and 2 pulses. Do you get vegetal notes at 80C?
@@SimonAndrewCoffee 99 times out of 100 we drink light roasted coffee so haven't been doing so many dark batches. The last time we made a batch was with a stale dark roast and we got some rubbery notes in the after taste... Can't remember I got vegetal notes earlier on but I will keep that in mind and report back :)
So having a Ode2 would you upgrade to the CASA?
I would go for the upgrade since I prefer more acidity and clarity in my pourover. The ability to brew for espresso is another bonus over the ode 2. I also find the casa to be cleaner and easier to dial in. Sometimes the acidity can be a bit too much, but it’s easy to fix with tweaks to the brew method or parameters.
Hi do you suggest fellow aiden for quick small business batch brew
“Hi I’m not sure about the requirements for small businesses, but as a home user, consistency is great once dialed in for your coffee. That said, there’s no low water level warning and i’ve had a few brews get stuck after blooming, wasting my coffee. Maybe wait for v2? with fixes and upgrades, it could be a better option.
Thank you for these videos, they are so thoughtful and well done. You are the @loopop of the coffee world!
I just ordered a Lagom Casa and the switch is my favorite dripper. Have you tried a steep and release technique?
Nice! I haven’t tried steeping the whole brew since I’ve been enjoying brighter acidity lately. Will definitely give it a shot with other coffee types. Enjoy your new Casa!
I’ve been trying a new Colombian washed coffee with a strong white grape aroma right off brew. The acidity was a bit overpowering and sweetness was lacking. Tried steeping only and it helped balance the acidity and sweetness nicely.
Great video man
I've landed on a similar recipe with bloom and 2 pours. Got a bit strong today with finer grinds but tasted nicely with bypass. Then went coarser and was more balanced strength but had astringency. I've been thinking of dialing in an equal 3 pours (no bloom) recipe with around 10 s to 13 s between the pours. The early water should extract less than after a bloom similarly to bypass. Could maybe make less strong without astringency?
I haven’t made a great cup with 3 pours yet. Will test it again and share my results when I get it right.
@@SimonAndrewCoffeeI tried 3 equal pours no bloom and the brew is much more balanced in terms of sweetness and acidity than bloom 2x into 2 equal pours with 15 s between. Even though the three pours (without bloom) tasted quite bitter I sipped it up quickly. Will adjust grind or lower temp of last pour. I think astringency was low and balanced between acidity and sweetness was great. Not too strong either. 250 g water 16.5:1 3 pulses, 10 s wait 92c, 92c, 90c TBT 2:20 Melitta 1x4 paper (cut to fit)
interesting to see how this compares with the femobook a68, which imo is the current kind of conical with respect to price/performance. judging by your comparison it seems the casa 65mm prefers lighter roasts instead of more traditional medium to dark, which could explain why your 64 outperforms in terms of body and sweetness. The femobook has more balance in this regard wth quite good body and sweetness for medium to dark and it light roast capable
Nice. Shows so well how adjustable the Aiden is. Really enjoying tweaking my brews as well. Thx.
Still deciding to get either the specialita or the casa
Casa should have less retention and is better for dual purpose I believe. Good for pourover or espresso. Specialita is alright, nice and quiet but has a decent amount of retention and flavour clarity is more blended, with higher body and likely more fines, which works for traditional espresso and milk drinks but not so well for pourovers, the adjustment system also sucks going back and forth from espresso to brew coffee.
How would you say the Casa compares to the Fellow Ode flavour wise (SSP 64)
I don’t have the SSP burrs in my Ode2 grinder, just the gen 2 burrs. With the omni burrs in the p64, I think the ode2 with SSP UM burrs would offer more clarity.
Good video, do you have other brew profiles that you could share? I.e. washed, natural etc
Appreciate it! Stay tuned for my upcoming video on my updated aiden profile
So which one tastes better?
Which Camera ?
osmo pocket 3
I'd like to suggest a soft swirl after your initial 50g of water.
👍 will do that
Very curious to hear what profile you land on with the casa + Aiden!
Still using the same profile for now with minor tweaks, check out my older videos casa compared with ode2 and p64. Will share an updated profile once it’s ready
Ah - I watched that but didn’t see an Aiden profile?
Hi, using this profile for light roast coffee Ratio - 1-17 Bloom ratio - 1:2 Bloom duration - 30/45s Bloom temp - 96degc 2 pulses Time between pulses - 15/30s Pulse 1 temp - 96degc Pulse 2 temp - 92degc
I have found the Aiden to brew bitter coffee... That's with the built in default recipes... Adjusting grind and amount of beans helps but in the end I can still taste bitter. It may be that it's too perfect and exposes the bean quality who knows. I've tried several different bean brands. I need to experiment and make my own recipe and see if I can calm the bitter. The brewer is very advanced but in the end if it can't brew a smooth cup of coffee then what is it's purpose?
Totally agree, with so many options it can definitely get frustrating at times. Since you’ve tested many beans with the current profile, maybe try tweaking a few more parameters. Try to reduce the last pulse temp by 10-15deg or more or cut off the brew earlier to see if it helps with the bitterness.
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How seasoned are both sets of burrs?
I’ve gone through over 3kg with the p64 and close to 500g with the casa.
Great vids, thanks! Keep em coming :)
Did you use the Medium roast guided setting on the Aiden? And you’re doing a 5,1 grind on the Ode? Got the same setup recently
Hi, this is my Aiden brew profile, yes grind size is 5,1 on the Ode2 Ratio - 1-17 Bloom ratio - 1:2 Bloom duration - 30/45s Bloom temp - 96degc 2 pulses Time between pulses - 15/30s Pulse 1 temp - 96degc Pulse 2 temp - 92degc
hi! love your videos! I’ve seen that in your recipe the time between pulses is 15/30. Could you please tell me when do you go with 15s and when with 30? You are brewing light roasted coffee, right?:)
great video. i have a 65cl coming next week too, good to know it does 99% of what the p64 does at roughly 1/3rd the price and more interestingly it's a conical! Curious what was your process for filtering out the fines? did you use a kruve or something?
I don’t have the kruve sifter so I used the fellow prismo filter to shake out fines, some boulders slipped through 😂
Amazing videos! I've watched every single one. Keep it up! 👍
Thanks so much for your kind words and support!
Hi, Big difference between this 65cl burrs and the 48mm ?
Unfortunately I don’t have the 48mm burrs to compare. Ordered the Casa with 65CL burrs
I got the 65CL in the mail today and swapped them for the 48MS - once I got it dialed I think I got more nuanced flavor from the same coffee I’d had earlier with the 48MS. Kinda hard to compare directly as the swap does take a few mins but maybe I’ll pre grind and try it out. Did note that for the bean I was using, the dialed setting of 6.0 on the 48MS translated to 7.6 on the 65CL (for the same profile/recipe/shot time). First shot I tried at 6.0 got me 11g out in 99 seconds lol
@@w1ndsurf0rd13 waw! What a Big change on grind setting between the 2 burrs !
I swapped mine yesterday. Once I re-zeroed it, the grind settings where identical
@@nickr9784 interesting. My settings are very different. But, I'm starting to wonder if I never properly "zeroed" the 48... My espresso grind is close to 6-6.5 on the 65, which is a larger number than I expected as I was ~4.5 on the 48. Still figuring out my drip settings, but seems somewhere between 10.5-12 at the moment.
What burrs inside p64? Thanks
using the mizen 64om
No more watery pour over Espresso only
Use the brewers cup winner method wirh the Hario Switch. In that method its a mixed pour over and second half immersion. Improves sweetness dramatically
Thanks, will definitely get one to try out soon
Cool, I just ordered the Lagom Casa as my first ever grinder. Looks really good and seems to be doing a good job. Now I need to order an espresso machine, leaning towards the Profitec Go.
Flair ,58 is king, saves a ton of money for a better grinder which means better coffee
👍 happy brewing with your new setup
Does the stalk/stand still wobble on this version of the casa? Ive read some people say there’s a bit of a wobble when you try to wobble it. Thanks in advance!
So far the whole grinder feels solid with no wobble.
Did you have Lagom Mini with any burrs?
Unfortunately I don’t have one on hand
Great video. Could you provide some good brew profiles for larger batches? I usually pourover about 800mL of coffee in the morning for my wife and I, really looking forward to trying our new Aiden this weekend!
Great video!
Thanks!
Can you share the details of your Aiden brew profile for this brew? Thanks!
Ratio - 1:17 Bloom ratio - 1:2 Bloom duration - 30/45s Bloom temp - 96degc 2 pulses Time between pulses - 15/30s Pulse 1 temp - 96degc Pulse 2 temp - 92degc
Roughly how much coffee should I grind for pour over coffee for one person? I want 2-3 cups of coffee.
You can experiment with different brew ratios recommended by the SCA depending on the type of coffee you’re using
I am waiting for my 65mm burrs, the 48mm is also fantastic
Nice video! Who makes that beautiful coffee carafe?
Thanks! I picked it up online a while back. It was a random find with no brand mentioned
simple, prompt, thx! you did not include shot of the catch cup after getting out the grind, I assume it was quiet empty, no static. did you run into stalling issues so far? apparently certain Casa 65 batches might have problems with really light roast espresso, regardless the hot/cold start.
yeah the grind cup empties cleanly for filter. For espresso, there are some fines but 1-2 taps get most of it out. No stalling issues so far.
@ sounds good, thank you for getting back!
Do you know how they compare to the 48mm moonshine or niche zero for espresso?
I don’t have the 48mm burrs or niche zero to compare. The niche zero is more for traditional espresso with medium/dark roasts and more body. The casa is closer to my P64 Omni, so they’d likely be quite different.
Great video and good job! Keep up the good work buddy, I was planning to buy the fellow Aiden but so many negative reviews on YT about quality and they recommended to wait for V2, what are your thoughts on Aiden?
Thanks! I agree about the build quality issues, I’ve had 2 brews stuck after the bloom phase. Other than that, I’ve been lucky with no major problems 😬. I got the Aiden hoping for more consistent brews, ease of use, and to experiment with different brew options. I believe it has delivered on consistency and good tasting coffee, I’ve been brewing more drip/filter coffee 😀 so I’m ok with the quality issues and am happy to continue brewing with it.
What carafe is that?
No specific brand, just a random find online.
@ thanks…
I get consistently higher EY% using the batch brew shower AND basket using a 20 gram dose when compared (all else equal) to the single / single combo. Definitely results in a flat bed on the batch settings. Try it, just use medium profile for example on both and you will see.
Thanks, I’ll check it out to see the difference in taste.
Science!
How does the Aiden compare with a moccamaster...especially as a batch brewer. I make 1.25 liters every morning can the Aiden do that? Wonder what the difference in flavor would be
Unfortunately I don't have a moccamaster to make a proper comparison, but I’ll look into it if I get the chance.
Thank you for the video’s keep making them. My advice is not to overcomplicate things otherwise you’ll never be happy. I used to be happy with over extracted coffee but since it became my hobby this year I think I threw away many coffee brews because my brews were not balanced. I just ordered a ode gen 2 grinder, I’m using zero water with apax lab minerals. I use a hario 01 v60 filter. My ratios is usually around 1:15. 15 grams of coffee and ending up around 240ml of coffee. I aim for a brewing time around 3 minutes. At the end I think I’ll end up with a fellow Aiden for consistency.
Thanks Patrick agree with you. I try to get dialed in close to my preference after that I make minor tweaks to experiment. It's important to taste and enjoy the process not only dialing in for the perfect brew. Yes the fellow Aiden is good for consistency. Waiting for the phone app to be released and future updates to edit brews and adjust individual pour duration.
Hi there. As regards heating of the dripper, I have been testing using the Hario Switch base (it can accommodate all "removable" Hario drippers") as a way to keep very hot water in contact with my ceramic dripper (not a Hario one). That is, placing the ceramic dripper on top of the Hario Switch, closing the switch and then pouring boiling water on top. I think this warmed well enough the dripper.
@@sotirisdiamantopoulos231 ahh I didn’t know that it works with different drippers. Will check it out thanks 🙏
Where’d you buy the cup Simon? It looks great
Aliexpress try searching for Japanese style coffee ceramic mugs